December 7, 2000
Hubert Mizell
Tiny giant's life marked by turmoil
Pound for pound, jockeys may be the world's most remarkable athletes.
Mutiny
Mutiny's coach wants title now
Alfonso Mondelo says his new team soon could be among the MLS "elite."
Bucs
Immovable forces go to battle
The Bucs feel their defense is best. The Dolphins beg to differ, and they have an argument.
Dunn credits team for his NFC award
TAMPA -- If he had his druthers, running back Warrick Dunn wouldn't make a big deal about his 210-yard rushing effort against the Cowboys on Sunday.
College basketball
Florida flattened again
Like in April's title game, the Gators hang tough only to see Michigan State pull away, this time 99-83.
Devil Rays
Rays invite spark plug Ozzie Guillen to spring training
ST. PETERSBURG -- Though Ozzie Guillen played sparingly last season, the Rays thought he made valuable contributions. Valuable enough that they want him around again this year.
Outdoors
Captain's corner
With cold fronts passing every few days, fishing has been unpredictable. The shallow flats along the coast are drastically affected by the cold temperatures and high winds.
Horse racing
Negotiations stalled between track, union
A second negotiation session between Tampa Bay Downs management and the Tampa Bay Horseman's Benevolence and Protection Association broke off Wednesday with no contract reached and no meetings scheduled.
Colleges
Sport becomes bicoastal hit
GAINESVILLE -- When Mary Wise began to coach at Florida, the East Coast was not known for strong volleyball schools. The powerhouses were the UCLAs and Long Beach States of the west.
Report on USF due this month
Ex-judge says his investigation into discrimination claims is in its final drafts.
NCAA volleyball
WHAT: Florida (29-4) vs. Southern Cal (27-2) in the Pacific Region semifinals.
College football awards show
WHEN/WHERE: 9-11 tonight; Atlantic Dance Hall, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista.
College football roundup
Seffner's Pearson All-SEC
Jacksonville at USF women
WHEN/WHERE: 7 tonight, USF Sun Dome.
Tonight: USF men at FSU
WHEN/WHERE: 7, Tallahassee-Leon County Civic Center.
More than basketball
FSU freshman Michael Joiner is a virtual Renaissance man.
Shorts
Sports digest
Street returns, finishes 34th
NBA roundup
Nelson climbs win list
NFL roundup
Fed up, Cowboys cut Warren
Preps
Blue Jacket suddenly began winning
[Times photo: Bill Serne]
John Biffar was a picture of frustration.
Gators top Pirates, but not by usual margin
LAND O'LAKES -- Dave Puhalski had seen it before. He thought he was about to see it again.
Rebels can't slow down Spartans
With Dixie Hollins out of the way, Lakewood can focus on Friday's showdown with Clearwater.
Armwood can win ... if it remains focused
The last county school to play at Belle Glades Glades Central was Robinson in a 1997 state quarterfinal. Robinson came in 11-1 after knocking off defending state champ Bartow and highly ranked Haines City. The Knights lost 35-16. Robinson coach Bud Hodgens was there, and Tuesday, he shared some perspective with Times staff writer Scott Purks. |
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Ridgewood destroys Hudson
A 28-0 run lifts the Rams to a 49-17 victory over the Cobras in a Sunshine Athletic Conference matchup.
Panthers just happy with win
LECANTO -- It may not have been the kind of game that stirs the emotions of the soccer purest, but for Lecanto, all that mattered was the bottom line: Lecanto 2, Springstead 1.
Hawks must be prepared for the muck
Sugar cane baby, as far as the eye can see.
Powers have tough roads
It is far too early to sound the alarm on the traditional county powers, but for the first time in recent memory, Boca Ciega and Clearwater are proving to be vulnerable. |
